The Pros – Why Have a Winter Wedding

1- More Glamorous

There’s no denying it. Winter weddings can be more
glamorous than a summer wedding. You can use rich colors that would tend to
look out of place in other months. I’m talking golds, blacks, reds and purples.
This would go beautifully with the heavier atmosphere and the landscape.

2- Unique Beauty

Winter brings with it the heaviness of the cold and
possibility of snow which adds a fantastic, festive sort of beauty to any
event.

Photos will look amazing, especially if you include
the outdoor aesthetic. Wedding photos in the snow are out of this world and
have an ethereal, nostalgic, dreamy look to them. It can be picture postcard
perfect.

3- Indoor or Outdoor

Unlike
other seasons, winter is perfect for an indoor wedding because it just feels
cozier and more comfortable. No one really wants to brave freezing weather and
nothing’s better than staying inside and chatting, eating and dancing.

But
what if you really want that outside wedding? You can have that too, but the
trick is to pay attention to the details. Bring the outdoors inside with a
clear tent and have some heaters placed all around to warm up the room.

4- Great Rates and Discounts

Winter is off-peak season for weddings, which means
that more often than not, vendors are looking for customers. They’ll be happy
to have your business and often provide great incentives to get it.

Venues, caterers and lodgings tend to be less
expensive, and you can get great deals. You can save on most aspects of the
wedding which makes it an excellent season to get married in if you like
slashing your budget.

5- More Comfortable

True, you’ll always have that one guest complaining
about the cold, but for most people, winter means no humidity, no sweating and
no overheating. The air is fresh and crisp and everyone typically tend to feel
fresher in winter.

Men won’t complain about having to wear tuxedos and
the ladies can opt for their long, gorgeous gowns.

Remember that time a groomsman fainted from
overheating? Well, let’s just say that would never happen in winter.

6- Something to Look Forward to

Because most weddings tend to be in the warmer
months, winter weddings aren’t as popular. If you opt for a winter wedding,
your date will be unique and you won’t have to share the date with other
couples.

Winter is when people are stuck indoors and they can
get tired of it. By hosting your wedding in winter, you’re giving all your
guests something to look forward to and get excited about. And it’ll stand out
from all the summer weddings that your guests will have been to.

7- Add in Winter Themes

People might think that winter wedding takes away
your options (no garden, no beach etc…) but what they often don’t factor in is
that you also gain a lot of options not available to you in the warmer months.

You can add in cute winter props and themes, like
fireplaces and candles. It’s ideal to add in those cozy details that wouldn’t
make sense in summer. What about sleigh rides, fireworks, bonfires and even
smores around a fire? The opportunities are endless.

8- Fewer Weddings To Compete With

We’ve said this before, but we’ll say it again.
You’ll have fewer weddings to compete with during the colder months. How does this
benefit you? Well, for one thing you’ll have access to those great rates and
discounts we talked about before.

But you also won’t have to compete with other
weddings taking attention away from you. Dates to your favorite venues will
likely be available and overall, things won’t be as hectic as in wedding
season.

The Cons – Why Not to Have a Winter
Wedding

1- The Cold

There’s just no getting past this. Yes, a winter
wedding is going to be cold and people are going to be freezing, if not at the
wedding, then at least while getting there. Some people will complain, and
others may not be able to make it, which can be a downer.

In addition to this, you’ll have to make sure that
your dress is able to keep you warm throughout the entire ceremony and
reception. You might need to wear a second or third layer, or even thermals
underneath.

Bridesmaids will be freezing, especially if they’re
wearing sheer dresses. Ensure that your bridal party is appropriately dressed
for this, with wraps on hand.

2- Unexpected Weather Conditions

This is one of the main concerns with a winter
wedding because you never know what type of weather you’ll get on your special
day.

To be fair though, this can be the case for a
wedding in any season. How many times have you heard of a couple having to rush
their summer wedding indoors because of a sudden, unexpected downpour?

But with winter weather, it can get very
unpredictable. There’s no way of knowing 12 to 10 months ahead, what sort of
weather you’re going to get. This can affect every aspect of your wedding, from
caterers, photographers and musicians who could find it impossible to get to
the venue.

3- Shorter Daylight Hours

With
a winter wedding, you’ll have to consider the number of daylight hours you’re
going to get as this’ll impact your photography and videography timing, which
in turn may impact the ceremony and reception times.

4- Clashing Dates with Holidays

If
you’re going to pick a date closer to the holidays (Christmas, New Year etc…)
note that some people will prioritize their holidays over your wedding. What’s
more, ever year when you celebrate your wedding anniversary, it’ll continue to
clash with these holidays. I

It’s
best to pick a date that doesn’t coincide with other big dates. After all, you
do have November, December, January and February to choose from. This not only
keeps your wedding day special but also allows others to give you their
undivided attention.

Having a winter wedding is all about attitude. You
can find pros and cons in any season, but if you look at the benefits and are
prepared to make it work, a winter wedding will be unique and something you’ll
remember forever.